Patuapara, Kalighat
The neighbourhood was once known for idol makers and scroll painters. But now, Patuapara is better known for its proximity to the home of Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee, who chose to stay in her…
James Long Para, Behala
Once the path of a chugging narrow-gauge railway meandering through sleepy hamlets on Kolkata’s outskirts, James Long Sarani (JLS) has transformed into one of the city’s most vibrant culinary corridors. The metamorphosis is so complete,…